1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Titan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |